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Common Veterans’ Disabilities that Qualify for SSDI

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When soldiers return from war as veterans they have often suffered physical or mental traumas which may qualify them for disability benefits. There are several common veterans’ disabilities that qualify for SSDI. These are hearing loss, mental health issues, musculoskeletal conditions and scarring.

Hearing Loss

Currently 60,000 military members receive disability benefits for hearing loss. Most cases of veteran hearing loss are caused by exposure to loud noises that damage delicate hairs in the inner ear.

4 Secrets You Should Know About Social Security Disability Benefit Applications

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If you have a medical condition that causes you to be disabled and unable to work for at least 12 months you may think you will automatically qualify for disability benefits. However, there are a four things that applicants should know about when they apply for disability benefits before they begin the application process.

Social Security COLA 2024

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Will Social Security recipients get a raise in 2024? The answer is a resounding yes.

Every year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) makes a cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Americans that qualify to receive benefits. If you are wondering about Social Security COLA 2024, you can expect a much-needed increase in financial assistance. The SSA is increasing benefits by a whopping 3.2%, which represents the largest boost in Social Security and Supplemental Income (SSI) benefits in nearly 40 years.

Steps to Consider After Being Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

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After being diagnosed with breast cancer it is important to be aware of the different stages of this cancer and precautions to take depending on its severity. This guide can help someone diagnosed with breast cancer navigate through all the information provided by their healthcare provider. This will help to enable them to get the best outcome after their diagnosis has been confirmed.

SSI and SSDI Compared

Submitted by rsg on

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has 2 different pathways for those who are eligible for disability benefits. These are the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) schemes that have some similar and some different requirements in order to qualify.

The major difference between the two disability benefits is that SSI eligibility is based on age/disability and the amount of income and assets the claimant has, while eligibility for SSDI is determined by extent of the disability and accumulated work credits.